Are you passionate about helping set up young people for success? Are you keen to make a difference while also gaining valuable and rewarding experience?
A fantastic opportunity has recently become available for a Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant in a specialist school in Reading. The school are looking for someone to start as soon as possible, but they can also accomodate a September start!
The role as a Mental Health Assistant:
To support students who struggle with their class work
Facilitate a sun and friendly learning environment
To provide support to the class teacher
To help the class teacher prepare lesson materials and classroom boards
To keep the classroom a tidy and presentable environment
To encourage children to do their best
Help manage classroom behaviour
Listen to the children read and practice their phonicsThe successful Mental Health Assistant:
You will need to be calm and compassionate. Personality is everything!
You must be able to take initiative well and problem solve
Have some experience working with children, desirable but not essential
You must be patient. Some students struggle with additional learning needs and need someone supportive to help them get through the school day
You must understand the importance of safeguarding in schools
Must have an enhanced DBS Check or be willing to apply for one
Must have right to live/work in the UK - we not offer sponsorships** If you do not have a DBS certificate - we can support your application
Key information:
Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant
Reading
Specialist Setting
£90 - £110 per day
Term time only
ASAP start or September Start
This is a wonderful opportunity to support those learners that need extra assistance while also gaining valuable classroom experience. This will surely be a great stepping stone should you want to explore a career in education.
You will also benefit from this role if you are looking for a challenge and keen to try something new.
Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Assistant - Reading - ASAP Start or September Start
Salary description
£90.00 - £110.00 per day